Madrid

The novel took place entirely in Madrid. All of the novel’s characters lived and worked in Madrid.

Javier's Apartment

Most of the interactions between Maria and Javier took place in Javier’s apartment. As Javier was in the position of power in their relationship, he always called on Maria to come to his apartment. This apartment was where Maria developed her infatuation with Javier and where she learned of his plot to kill Miguel. Much of the novel’s significant action took place in Javier’s apartment.

Cafe

The novel opened in the café where Maria had watched Miguel and Luisa Desvern breakfast for years. There, she became infatuated with the couple as their perfect happiness brought her the only joy of her mundane day.

Luisa's Home

After Miguel was killed, Maria approached Luisa in the café for the first time in order to offer her condolences...